1959 DKW Munga vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
Make | DKW | GMC |
Model | Munga | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |